Paris Saint-Germain beat Lens on penalties (1-1 in normal time) this Sunday at Stade Bollaert in the Round of 32 of the Coupe de France 2024-2025. After the match, Paris coach Luis Enrique (54) spoke to beIN SPORTS. The Spaniard said he was delighted to see his team fighting for qualification, and that he was “happy” in Paris.
Luis Enrique “When the team shows character…”
Happy ?
Yes, very happy. When the team shows character to recover and score the goal and go to the penalty shootout, it’s very good.
Was the team better in the second half than in the first ?
Maybe. It wasn’t brilliant, but we managed to play better, but we lost something and we were in danger, that’s true. It was a pretty tough game, but I think it reinforces the team’s mentality.
Do you like your team’s mentality?
Yes, I like it, I like not thinking. We have different options in the game. Some players come in and do something.
Luis Enrique “I’m very happy for the fans, it’s magnificent.”
Is your group united ?
The numbers are there, and I see that in training too. We need to keep improving.
They say you shouldn’t change players during a defensive corner.
Yes, it’s a defensive corner. It’s true that we didn’t get the ball, that’s soccer. It’s not our team’s fault, it’s the other team that played it well. There are two teams on the pitch.
Are you happy in Paris ?
Yes, I’m very happy. I’m very happy to have the support of the club. I’m very happy for the fans, it’s wonderful. I wish you and all the fans a very happy holiday.
